Fadhlina said a comprehensive approach to the matter is being implemented in cooperation with several stakeholders, adding that education is a right for everyone regardless of their background, reported Berita Harian.

“The education ministry will provide support to relevant schools in educating these children,” she said after officiating the World Book and Copyright Day celebration at the Kuala Lumpur Library.

“This issue requires initiatives from all parties, not just the education ministry.”

Suhakam’s chief children’s commissioner Farah Nini Dusuki yesterday said more than 58,000 refugee and asylum-seeking children in Malaysia are believed to be missing out on formal education.

Farah said the figure represents 29% of the total 200,260 refugees registered with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees as of May 2025.

She said the situation is concerning as access to education is crucial for children’s survival and long-term human capital development.